In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: discover the full Bacha Coffee experience at Suria KLCC, Glenfiddich unveils Grand Yozakura, a limited-edition 29-year-old whisky in a rare ex-Awamori cask, and more.
Discover The Full Bacha Coffee Experience At Suria KLCC
Founded in Marrakech in 1910, Bacha Coffee finally made its debut in Kuala Lumpur at Suria KLCC. Spanning a vast 7,000 square feet, the outlet offers a full concept featuring a boutique, takeaway counter, and a coffee room. Exclusive private dining rooms and an outdoor terrace are also available for those who choose to dine in. Its interior is designed to evoke a sense of nostalgia as it beckons you to traverse from the bustling city life to the age-old medina of Morocco. More than 200 varieties of loose coffee beans, hand-selected from all around the world, are available. Even better, elevate the experience with an assortment of signature-filled croissants that make the perfect pairing with your coffee of choice.
Glenfiddich Unveils Grand Yozakura, A Limited-Edition 29-Year-Old Whisky In A Rare Ex-Awamori Cask
A recent soiree held at Sentul Pavilion Kuala Lumpur saw the launch of Glenfiddich’s newest Grand Yozakura, a 29-year-old single malt scotch whisky. Finished in a rare Japanese ex-Awamori cask, the Grand Yozakura is the latest edition to be released within the renowned Glenfiddich Grand Series. This limited-edition whisky was matured at the Glenfiddich Distillery in Dufftown and finished in oak casks that were once used to mature the oldest distilled alcoholic spirit in Japan, known as Awamori. Made using long-grain indica rice, the Awamori was traditionally stored in clay pots and matured in oak casks. Today, the Grand Yozakura celebrates Hanami, a cherry blossom festival that is best experienced after dark, hence its name ‘Yozakura’ or ‘night sakura’. This rare whisky kicks off with a surge of ripe fruits and caramelised onions that fill the nose, followed by toasted oak and creamy vanilla mingled with spice and sherbet, before finishing on a final crescendo of oak.
This Ulysse Nardin Watch Has Silicon In Not Just The Tourbillon, But The Dial As Well
The shimmering blue backdrop of the Ulysse Nardin Blast Free Wheel Marquetry (RM585,000) is, in fact, silicon—103 pieces of it, in a combination of two different thicknesses and matt- and mirror-polishing to produce a scintillating effect. The material may be contemporary, but the artistry behind it is more traditional—each silicon sliver is less than half a millimetre thick and quite fragile, requiring great care and skill to assemble. Not to be outdone by the dial is the UN-176 movement, which won the manufacture a GPHG award in 2015. Consisting of a flying tourbillon at 6 o’clock, and equipped with a constant force escapement, its various components are mounted in such a way as they seem to float midair. It has a seven-day power reserve with an indicator at 4 o’clock. The white gold Blast case is 45mm in diameter and has an ultra-modern cut to its brashly faceted lugs along with a tall-sided sapphire crystal that facilitates unobstructed viewing of the dial.
Embrace Pure Passion With Frederic Malle’s Heaven Can Wait By Renowned Perfumer Jean-Claude Ellena
Frederic Malle’s Heaven Can Wait is the latest olfactory masterpiece by renowned perfumer Jean-Claude Ellena. With a lineage deeply rooted in the art of perfumery, Ellena embarked on a sensory journey that led to the creation of this exquisite scent. Heaven Can Wait artfully combines the warmth of clove, pimento, ambrette, and carrot seed, intertwined with the sophisticated beauty of the iris. Vetiver provides structure and vibrancy, while hints of peach and prune add a round, inviting quality. Inspired by the intimacy of private worlds, it’s a modern rendering of a Parisian classic––understated, discreet and noble. This fragrance subtly invites you into its irresistible embrace, a private heaven you’ll cherish. Receive a complimentary 7ml deluxe-sized Heaven Can Wait gift when you shop any of Jean-Claude Ellena’s 100ml creations, including Heaven Can Wait, Rose & Cuir, L’Eau d’Hiver, and Bigarade Concentree. This limited-time offer ends on 31 October 2023, and is available now online and at selected KENS Apothecary stores.
Travel In Style With Berluti’s Toile Marbeuf Collection
Berluti’s Autumn Winter 2023 collection welcomes the Toile Marbeuf, a travel line designed for the modern Berluti man who lives life on the move. Inspired by the Rue Marbeuf store’s rich heritage, the canvas carries details from its distinct atmosphere. The motif features curves from the store’s metallic grid and staircase balustrade, intertwined with its illustrious scritto pattern. Crafted with linen-based canvas, the line includes six travel-ready styles––Cabas tote, Cartable backpack, Musette messenger, Bourse cross-body, Bagage weekender, and the Formula 1005 rolling luggage. The Toile Marbeuf collection is now available both in Berluti stores worldwide and online.
MAiSEN, The No.1 Tonkatsu Restaurant in Japan, Debuts in Sunway Pyramid
Renowned for its tonkatsu in Japan, with 13 restaurants and 60 takeaway stores, MAiSEN has expanded its legacy in Malaysia. The highly anticipated debut recently launched in Sunway Pyramid, packing delightful golden crispiness and authentic Japanese flavours in every single bite. Its tonkatsu is often described as being “so tender it can be cut with chopsticks”. At the opening of MAiSEN, we tested the theory and it was indeed true. From its Pork Potato Croquette to Tenderloin Cheese Katsu-ni, we embarked on a delectable culinary journey that left our palates thoroughly satisfied. The core of MAiSEN’s goodness lies in its pork, panko, and sauces—when done right, they all exude a mouthwatering experience that is simply irresistible.
